Whole model, scale 1:12, rigged, Mount's Bay (Cornish) lug-sail boat, by John Blewett, Newlyn, Cornwall, England, 1875-1883. In contrast with other South Coast craft generally, Mount's Bay luggers were built double-ended. This both counter-acted the rough Atlantic conditions and enabled a much larger catch. Designed as drifters, these luggers were engaged in the herring, mackerel and pilchard fisheries according to the season.
Details
- Category:
- Water Transport
- Object Number:
- 1883-150
- Materials:
- metal (unknown), wood (unidentified), paint, cotton (fibre), cotton (textile) and lead (metal)
- Measurements:
-
overall: 1410 mm x 1630 mm x 375 mm,
- type:
- model - representation and boat
- credit:
- Bompas, G.C.
